Berlin Art Week
Art lovers and enthusiasts unite at Berlin Art Week, one event on the capital's cultural calendar that art enthusiasts cannot miss! Taking place every autumn in Berlin, the multi-day event showcases the best of contemporary art from across the globe, through various exhibition openings, art fairs and displays.
More than 100 different institutions participate in Berlin Art Week, including leading museums such as the Hamburger Bahnhof and the Berlinische Galerie, as well as a number of independent galleries presenting works for new, upcoming and established artists.
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The history behind Berlin Art Week
Berlin Art Week was founded in 2012. It is the successor of Art Forum Berlin, an internationally acknowledged art fair that originally ran from 1996 to 2011. The first edition of Berlin Art Week featured work from artists such as Douglas Gordon, Guy Ben-Ner and Alfredo Jaar and saw event organisers partnering with leading galleries and institutions in Berlin for special events.
At the centre of Berlin Art Week are two fairs: Positions Berlin Art Fair and Berlin Art Fair. The Positions Berlin Art Fair, which celebrates its 11th edition this year, aims to showcase new and upcoming artists, while the Berlin Art Fair takes on a more conventional approach.
Over the years, Berlin Art Week has quickly cemented its position as the leading annual event for contemporary art in Berlin by bringing together the best art fairs, exhibitions and awards in a complimentary programme featuring lectures, tours and films.
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Berlin Art Week: bringing together the best of Contemporary Art
With the 13th edition of Berlin Art Week kicking off on Wednesday, September 11, this year’s event has more to offer than ever before! With galleries, exhibitions, talks, performances, and so much more, there is no shortage of incredible art to explore at the event.
Venues include Berlinische Gallery, Palais Populaire, Akademie der Künste and more. Each venue is set to host its own event during Berlin Art Week, ranging from receptions to performances, art installations and artist discussions, highlighting its broad appeal to all art fans.
Visiting Berlin Art Week 2024
A large number of galleries and institutions are set to host events during Berlin Art Week 2024. Many are free, but some are paid events. It is recommended that you visit the Berlin Art Week website for more details.
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